NCAA Tournament: Elite Matchups, Historic Teams
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The 2026 NCAA Tournaments first week concluded with Texas as the sole double-digit seed advancing to the Sweet Sixteen. All remaining teams hail from high-major conferences, setting up intense matchups. Three top seeds survived, but reigning champ Florida was upset by Iowa. Nine Sweet Sixteen teams are back for the first time since 2003, and Iowa and St. Johns end long droughts. Nebraska makes history as the only high-major without a tournament win. Fans anticipate elite matchups, with chalk dominating early rounds. Experts predict favorites like Houston and Arizona to reach the Final Four, but potential upsets like Texas over Purdue keep everyone on edge. Several writers stick with their original champ picks, praising Houstons resilience and Arizonas versatility. Duke and Michigan also receive nods. As the Sweet Sixteen begins, these powerhouse battles could reshape the bracket, promising thrilling hoops action all the way to Indianapolis.
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